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China-linked hackers using everyday devices to hide attacks, cyberagencies warn

Global agencies warn China-linked hackers use covert device networks to hide attacks, urging stronger cyber defences.

Ex-Samsung engineer handed 6-year jail sentence in South Korea over China leak

Those involved in the case were accused of stealing proprietary 18-nanometer dynamic random access memory, or DRAM, process data and equipment designs from Samsung and its suppliers.

Hong Kong fire victim returns to search for memories of his dog

Jason Kong, 65 years-old, walks towards a building at Wang Fuk Court to retrieve personal belongings during his first return visit after a deadly fire last year, in Hong Kong, China, April 23, 2026. REUTERS/Tyrone Siu

China teases new aircraft carrier in video, vows to build up islands

The three aircraft carriers now in service are all conventionally powered, carrying sequential pennant numbers 16, 17, and 18.

Japan PM Takaichi tells fellow politician she needs ‘more sleep’

Japanese Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi said in April that hre sleep time is "quite short".

US firms voice ‘concern’ over China’s new supply chain rules

Western governments are increasingly concerned about their reliance on Chinese supply chains, particularly in rare earths, which China dominates. The minerals are critical for a wide range of products from everyday consumer electronics to weapons.

No need to keep right: South Korea to urge people to stand on either side of escalator

Warning of higher condom prices goes viral in China, stokes stockpiling talk

The comments come on the back of Karex, one of the largest condom makers, announced plans to raise prices by 20 to 30 per cent.

Samsung workers protest over huge pay gap with SK Hynix, threaten long strike

Members of the Samsung Electronics labour union stage a mass rally demanding the removal of a cap on performance bonuses, outside the company's foundry and semiconductor factory in Pyeongtaek on April 23, 2026.

South Korea tells US lawmakers it will ensure no discrimination against US tech firms

The Korean Foreign Ministry said the ongoing probe into Coupang’s data breach was proceeding under domestic law and procedures.

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